Swimming Pool Glossary: Dichlor

The compound sodium dichlor is used for chlorinating pools. It is commonly called dichlor and is fast to dissolve. It contains both chlorine and cyanuric acid, which are balanced, producing a neutral pH. Dichlor can also be used for super-chlorination of pools.

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